Special Adults & All Ages Programs

Chill out with a great book for there’s snow better time to read! The winter reading program starts January 7th and runs through February 23rd. Be entered for a chance to win free gift cards every time you checkout 3 books, audiobooks, or magazines. Entries are available at the Circulation Desk.

MUSIC OF FRANK SINATRA (Wednesday, January 30 @ 3:00 p.m.)

Whether he is called “Ol Blue Eyes,” “The Chairman of the Board” or simply “The Voice,” Frank Sinatra has left an indelible mark on popular music. Join us for an afternoon of music with performer Johnny Martini as he performs classic songs of Frank Sinatra. Refreshments provided.

* ZENTANGLE WORKSHOP (Wednesday, February 13 @ 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.)

The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Join us for a fun afternoon of creating! All supplies provided. Recommended for ages 9 – adults. Registration is required by calling (262) 253-7760 or stopping by the Reference Desk.

This educational program provided by the Alzheimer’s Association covers the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia to provide a general overview for people who are facing a diagnosis as well as those who wish to be informed. Registration appreciated. Please call 800.272.3900 or email sprohuska@alz.org

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY 2019 SPRING BOOK SALE (Thursday, March 21 – Sunday, March 24)

1000s of books, children’s books, DVDs, CDs & more. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Germantown Community Library to fund future library technology and programs. For more information, see the Friends web site www.germantownlibraryfriends.com/. The Friends of the Library meet the second Saturday of each month September – May at 9:00 a.m. Come join us!

* NATURE’S WAYS WITH PHILIP CHARD (Wednesday, April 3 @ 6:00 p.m.)

Winter got you feeling blue? Join us for a discussion of how nature interaction can help with emotional healing and spiritual growth. Presenter Philip Chard is a psychotherapist with over 30 years experience, and an award-winning newspaper columnist for the Milwaukee Journal and book author. Question & answer session and refreshments to follow.

This program provided by the Alzheimer’s Association offers helpful tips to assist families in having honest and caring conversations with family members about dementia. Topics include driving, doctor visits, and legal & financial planning. Registration appreciated. Please call 800.272.3900 or email sprohuska@alz.org

DEATH AND MOURNING IN THE VICTORIAN ERA (Tuesday, April 30 @ 3:00 p.m.)

What do parlor funerals, post-mortem death photographs, Victorian hair wreaths, public mourning and seances have in common? They are all rituals of death that became popular between 1876 and 1915. Join retired funeral director Steve Person for a fascinating journey into death and mourning practices in the Victorian Era complete with lots of stories and props.

To celebrate May the Fourth, the library will be having a movie marathon of all your favorite Star Wars films and will have sporadic activities throughout the event. Perhaps a stormtrooper will drop in. Stay tuned for a list of events.

The Winter Reading Program is available for kids and adults of all ages. Reading logs will be available beginning Monday, January 8 and can be turned in Monday, January 7 through Saturday, February 23.

Join Wisconsin resident and professor Dr. Ed Anhalt as he discusses his book Mandatory Reading: Open Your Mind to 18 of Life’s Most Important Questions. Books available for purchase. Questions & answer session and refreshments to follow.

The Morning Book Group meets the 2nd Thursday of each month from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. in the library’s large meeting room. Join us for some interesting reading and lively conversation. No registration is required. All are welcome! Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate provided by the Friends of the Germantown Community Library!

Visit our website or stop by the Reference Desk for specific dates and individual titles.

Copies of the selected books are available at the Circulation Desk. Please bring your library card to check out a copy.